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CASE STUDY: KALAHARI CUTS – MEAT PROCESSOR

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Barpro Storage was approached by J-P Knipe regarding a Holding Freezer for his business, Kalahari Cuts, located in Mooiplaats in Pretoria East. Project description Barpro Storage in collaboration with Universal Storage Systems (racking installers) provided a Rails and Mobile Ready Racking System which enabled 368 pallet positions with a storage capacity of 441.6 Ton. Rails The project was executed in 2 parts by the laying of the rails. With the installation of rails Barpro ensure that there is high density polyurethane under the rails. Precool, a manufacturer of insulated panels and cold rooms provided insulation on the floor. Once the rails were in and the floor had been poured, post pour floor levels were taken to ensure that the floor is level with the rail. Polyurethane is a plastic material, which exists in various forms. It can be tailored to be either rigid or flexible and is the material of choice for a broad range of end-user applications such as: insulation of refrigerators and freezers.– www. polyurethanes.org Mobile Ready Racking System Barpro and Universal proposed the Mobile & Static Racking system to Kalahari Cuts to allow for future expansion within the facility as the need arises. With this solution Kalahari Cuts can double their storage capacity with the installation of mobile bases using the existing racking structure. This is a single storage solution for Kalahari Cuts as the need for storage capacity increases. Barpro technicians wear Delf freezer protective wear that allows them to install the bases at operational temperatures. This product is designed to minimise the risk of & provide protection against extreme cold and any risk related activity. Barpro is a proud supplier of the Delf Freezer wear range. Additional protection has also been provided for the racking system such as: Talk to us and let us provide you with the best solution for your storage facility. CPT – 021 552 9190 –  JHB – 011 392 1702   –  DBN – 031 942 3200

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Barpro Storage – Customer service guaranteed

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Barpro Storage has proudly laid claim to be the pioneers of the Storax mobile system in Southern Africa, with our first installation being completed over 25 years ago. The advantage that Barpro has is that after 25 years in the business, and with over 280 installations to look after, we have built up the infrastructure necessary to support our customers, from Namibia to KZN, from Cape Town to Mauritius, with technicians travelling the whole region, and all spares – even complete systems – being locally manufactured. We are proud of our customer base. One such company is Sparta Foods in Welkom, leading suppliers of top quality beef and other frozen products in the Free State. Four years ago, Barpro Storage was offered the opportunity to install a Storax mobile racking system which provides fully accessible storage for well over 2000 tonnes of product.  Barpro Storage was also involved with the training of Sparta’s staff in the operation of the system and has supplied Delf freezer wear to keep operators warm and productive while working in this hostile environment. Recommendation:” I am highly satisfied with the professional manner that Barpro Storage handled the entire project. I will surely recommend them to anyone who requires such a system.”

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Gearing up for growth – Mega Chicks invests in a New Mobile racked Freezer Store

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Barpro Storage conducted an interview with Mega Chicks after the completion of their new Mobile Racked Cold Store Facility in Johannesburg. Background of Mega Chicks Mega Chicks is a Family run business that started from humble beginnings in the early-80’s out of Lenasia in Southern Johannesburg. Now, in its 2nd generation, Mega Chicks has their own retail outlets which supplies high-quality Halaal Chicken & Frozen Foods to Wholesalers, Retailers & Informal Restaurants across South Africa. Interview Q1: Tell us about your new facility? What was the reason for making this fairly large investment in a Mobile Racked Freezer Holding Store? Due to our focus on efficiency, we have seen growth in the past 5 years in our business We identified the need to increase our stockholding & create a buffer to serve our customers better during peak times. Q2: What made you chose mobile racking as opposed to any other racking system? Space is at a premium in our facility, so after careful assessment of all options, we decided on a high density ‘Mobile racked’ Cold Store facility. We wanted to maximise the amount of pallets we could store in the limited space available. It allowed access to every pallet. Accessibility was critical as we have a wide range of ever-changing products. We also considered the potential saving on power that mobiles offer due to more product & less open space in the freezer cube & when calculating the payback period this solution offered potentially quick paybacks on our investment. Q3: Was the installation of the Mobile racking satisfactory? We had the right professionals around us who knew what they were doing. Step by step we managed the complete project in stages. Everything went according to plan & when we deviated good communication & teamwork got us on track. Q4: Were you happy with the service you received from Barpro? We were very happy with Barpro as everything was attended to. I must commend Corne Stapelberg the Barpro Joburg GM & Project Manager for going the extra mile. He offered advice & support over & above the mobile racking. Projects like this can be stressful & having the right people advising you & helping make decisions is key. Thank you, Corne. Q5: How will the mobile racking & cold store facility help you to service your customers moving forward? The additional stock on hand & buffer storage will definitely help us to avoid missing opportunities top supply our customers & improve our service. Barpro Storage wish to thank Mega Chicks for the feedback & information. We look forward to working with you to maintain & keep the mobiles & racking in good working condition & on track.

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